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Challenges in Ayurvedic drug dispensing - A Review
Get PDFAyurvedic medicine, rooted in centuries-old traditional knowledge, faces unique challenges in modern healthcare, particularly in the dispensing of its formulations. The complexity of drug preparation, varying storage requirements, lack of standardization, and individualized treatment protocols all contribute to significant barriers in integrating Ayurveda into mainstream health systems. This review examines the key challenges in Ayurvedic drug dispensing, focusing on quality control, formulation stability, patient compliance and the need for standardized protocols. Recommendations for addressing these challenges through innovation, regulatory updates and integration with modern pharmacological practices are also discussed
An Integrated Approach in the Present Era: Scope & Applications
Get PDFIn the contemporary healthcare landscape, the integration of Ayurvedic and modern medicine represents a promising approach to enhance patient outcomes and address complex medical challenges. This paper explores the scope and applications of combining these two systems, emphasizing their complementary strengths. Ayurvedic medicine, with its holistic perspective and natural remedies, offers preventive and personalized care rooted in centuries of empirical practice. Modern medicine, characterized by advanced technology and evidence-based interventions, provides critical diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities. By examining current research, we illustrate how integrative practices can improve the management of chronic diseases, enhance patient quality of life, and promote sustainable healthcare solutions. Furthermore, the paper discusses the potential for collaborative research, education, and policy-making to support the harmonization of these medical systems. Our findings underscore the need for an open, interdisciplinary approach to healthcare that respects and utilizes the diverse strengths of both Ayurvedic and modern medical traditions
Contributions of Harita Samhita to Kaumarbhritya: A Review of the classical text\u27s insights on Infant and Child Care
Get PDFKaumarbhritya, a branch of Ashtang Ayurveda, focuses on the care of infants and children, including their diseases and management. Although Kashyap Samhita is considered the primary text on Kaumarbhritya, it is not entirely available. Therefore, scholars and physicians need to get information related to Kaumarbhritya on other texts, such as Harita Samhita, to gain knowledge and clarify their doubts. Written between the 6th and 7th centuries AD, Harita Samhita is a classical Ayurvedic text presented in a conversational format between Maharshi Atreya and Acharya Harita. Acharya Harita\u27s contributions to Kaumarbhritya are extensive, covering topics like: Duties and responsibilities in Kaumarbhritya, Age classification (Vayo Bheda), Breastfeeding concepts, Management of recurrent miscarriages, Antenatal and postnatal care, Childhood rituals and sacraments, Common diseases and disorders in infants and children, Pediatric formulations and treatments, Fetal development sequence. This article aims to review and highlight Acharya Harita contributions to Kaumarbhritya, as presented in Harita Samhita, providing valuable insights into this ancient text
Awareness of Seasonal Detoxification through Panchakarma
Get PDFAn unhealthy lifestyle has contributed significantly to the manifestation and exacerbation of different disorders and the vitiation of Doshas. Whenever favourable conditions arise the Dosha will get further vitiated along with the seasonal influence and results into a reason for the disease Pathology. Ritucharya, or seasonal routines, is an Ayurvedic principle, and according to it, each season has a significant impact on our overall health. Panchakarma is a detoxifying and rejuvenating therapy that can balance the body, mind, and soul by regulating the three Doshas in the body. Seasonal Shodhana- a purification therapy, that expels the aggravated Doshas from the body and restores equilibrium and normalcy of Dosha even helps to maintain general health but also prevent and treat pathological consequences of many diseases. Ayurveda mentioned specific ways to perform Panchakarma, In this regard it was also specified to perform Panchakarma procedure as per the particular season. There are specific Panchakarma procedures which are indicated in particular Ritu’s similarly some Panchakarma procedures need to be avoided in particular seasonal conditions. The present article emphasizes on the role of Panchakarma in seasonal detoxification, as everybody strives for a good healthy life, rather than just a number of years without a good health
Therapeutic potential of Sandhaniya Maha Kashaya: A Critical Review of Ayurvedic Literature and Pharmacological Insights
Get PDFIn the modern era of science and development, traditional medicines, especially those rooted in Ayurveda, hold significant therapeutic potential. Among Ayurveda\u27s foundational texts, the Charaka Samhita emphasizes the importance of Bheshaja Chatushka, which includes chapters on therapeutic applications of various medicinal plants. In its Shadvirechanshtashreeya chapter, Acharya Charak introduces the concept of Maha Kashaya, encompassing 50 categories of 500 herbs classified based on their effects on biological systems. This study focuses on Sandhaniya Maha Kashaya, a group of ten medicinal plants renowned for their healing and tissue-binding properties. These plants aid in repairing fractures, stopping bleeding, and promoting the regeneration of muscles and bones. Their actions are attributed to their Kashaya Rasa (astringent taste) and their ability to induce tissue constriction (Sankuchana). A critical review of Ayurvedic literature, combined with the scientific classification and analysis of these plants, reveals their pharmacological potential. Key findings include detailed Ras Panchak profiles (taste, properties, potency, and post-digestive effects) of the ten plants, demonstrating their predominant Kashaya Rasa and Sheeta Virya (cooling potency), which facilitate wound healing. The discussion elaborates on the pharmacological mechanisms of prominent herbs like Madhuka, Guduchi, and Lodhra, highlighting their roles in collagen synthesis, anti-inflammatory effects, and antimicrobial properties. This exploration underscores the therapeutic relevance of Sandhaniya Maha Kashaya in promoting tissue healing, validated by its traditional applications and modern scientific insights. Such integrative studies bridge traditional knowledge and contemporary medicine, offering holistic approaches to health care
Conceptual Review on the role of Panchakarma practice in Swastha
Get PDFPanchakarma is an ancient Ayurvedic practice focused on detoxification therapy, In Ayurveda, it plays a significant role in maintaining and restoring health, The term “Panchakarma” literally means five actions referring to five distinct therapeutic procedures (Vamana, Virechana, Anuvasana Basti, Asthapana Basti and Nasya) designed to cleanse the body of toxins. Swastha means being established in one self and is defines as a state where the mind, body and spirit are balanced and the Doshas, (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) Agni, Dhatus, Malas and Indriyas function optimally. In Swastha, Panchakarma serves as both a preventive and curative practice, regular Panchakarma treatment can support the natural detoxification process promote longevity, enhance immunity and keep the individual in a state of normalcy with their environment it is also customized based on an individual’s Prakruti (constitution) current Dosha imbalances (Vikruti) and health condition
A critical review on Pravicharana Sneha
Get PDFThough Acchapana is superior, Pravicharana Sneha is a versatile and patient-centric method of administering Sneha in Ayurveda. Unlike the rigid protocols of Acchapana Sneha, it adapts to individual needs with multiple routes of administration, including oral, topical, nasal, rectal, and vaginal. This flexibility ensures better compliance, especially for patients with weak digestion or aversion to direct Sneha consumption. Pravicharana Sneha is classified based on purpose, timing, and preparation. It encompasses dietary integrations like Odana, Vilepi and Mamsarasa, as well as external therapies like Abhyanga (massage) and Basti (enema). These diverse applications serve therapeutic goals such as nourishment, rejuvenation, and preparation for purification. Compared to Acchapana Sneha, Pravicharana offers greater palatability, dosage flexibility, and suitability for a broader demographic. While primarily aligned with Shamana (palliative) therapies, its adaptability extends to Shodhana (purificatory) procedures. Research highlights its efficacy in achieving Samyak Snigdha Lakshana with reduced dosage and duration, enhancing patient outcomes and minimizing complications. Pravicharana Sneha exemplifies Ayurveda’s holistic principles, bridging therapeutic and nutritional approaches. Its adaptability and wide applicability make it valuable for clinical and research advancements
A Survey on Anxiety Disorder: Using Assessment Tool Ham-A Scale
Get PDFBackground: Anxiety disorders form the most common type of mental illness. High prevalence, chronicity, and comorbidity led WHO to rank anxiety disorders as the ninth most health-related cause of disability. Worldwide, anxiety disorders heavily affect patients and society, accounting for 3·3% of the global burden of disease. Globally, the use of treatment for anxiety disorders is low, which is most problematic in low-income countries but is also an issue in high-income countries.
Methods: It was a study conducted after the second wave of COVID through to survey using HAM-A scale questionnaire in google form. The outcome of the questionnaire was the assessment of the degree of symptoms which affects a human body system.
Result: 200 individuals participated in the study. All participants experienced stress, anxiety and depression during lockdown. The result revealed that the lockdown affects psychological health of people. Anxiety is more prevalent in man than women and most of subject belonged to 18-38 age group. There are 38.7% students and 24.7% work in private sector.
Conclusion: Most of people suffered from mild to moderate level of anxiety. It is also evident that different age groups have experienced a psychological impact reason behind like lockdown, lack of jobs, bed environment at the site of jobs and family pressure on students etc
Conceptual study on Khalitya
Get PDFIn Ayurveda Khalitya means hair fall, in present era millions of people are suffering from hair fall. Khalitya is primarily a Pitta dominant Tridoshjanya Vyadhi i.e., Vata, Pitta, Kapha with Rakta Dosha. Hair adds beauty and the personality of a human being. In present era, falling of hair is a commonly found cosmetic problem affecting young people. Healthy and good looking hair makes person good looking and enthusiastic. It is due to changing lifestyle, unhealthy dietary habits, sleep disturbances, systemic diseases, medications and stressful life. Khalitya has been described in Ayurveda under the heading of Kshudra Roga (minor disease) or Shiroroga (diseases of head & scalp). It is progressing disorder people living in sedentary life, stress induced hectic schedules along with indiscriminate dietary habits result in many disturbances and deficiencies in the body which directly reflect in loss of hair. Most of the research studies conducted are on Nasya, Raktamokshana and Lepa. Various drugs like Bhringraja Taila, Malatyadi Tailam, Tila Taila, Asthiposhak Vati and Rasayana drugs are used for hair loss
Action of Bilwadi Agad in management of Food Poisoning w.s.r. to Visuchika - A Case Study
Get PDFBilwadi Agada is a polyherbal Ayurvedic formulation. It is a choice of drug in acute toxico-pathological conditions. The 13 ingredients of Bilwadi Agad are Bilwa, Surasa, Karanja, Nata, Suvaha, Haridra, Daruharidra, Triphala, Trikatu. It is indicated in various conditions such as Sarpa Dansha, Loota Visha, Unduru Visha, Vrischika Visha, Visuchika, Ajeerna, Gara Visha, Jwara Bhoota Badha etc. Drugs found in Bilwadi Agad mostly have the qualities of Deepana, Pachana, Anulomana, Shoolhara, Krimighna, Jwaraghna, and Vishaghna and it act on the Kapha-Vata. Visuchika is a condition in which vitiated Agni causes over-affection of Ama leading to expulsion of Doshas though both upper and lower passage. Food poisoning which is classified under acute gastroenteritis caused due to ingestion of food contaminated by either bacteria or nonbacterial toxins. It causes hypersecretion of fluid and electrolytes which is the underlying cause of watery consistency of stool in cases of food poisoning. This can be clinically corelated with the concept of Visuchika in ayurveda. Bilwadi Agad when used in such cases have seen to be effective in relieving the symptoms of food poisoning. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of Bilwadi Agada as a treatment for Visuchika